MLK Jr. Day of Service
Every year, ChiGivesBack honors Dr. King’s legacy with a Day of Service at an elementary or high school in Chicago. Since 2019, this program has mobilized volunteers to support teachers, faculty, and students through hands-on school beautification projects.
Together, we repaint walls, create murals, and reorganize classrooms and resource areas, transforming schools into brighter, more inspiring spaces for learning.
2028 Nominations Are Open
Nominate an elementary or high school in Chicago to be considered for 2028 MLK Jr. Day of Service.
Impact to Date
Carrying forward Dr. King’s vision of service by uniting volunteers and educators in strengthening Chicago schools and communities.
Get Involved
Partner
Join forces with ChiGivesBack for the MLK Jr. Day of Service and help transform Chicago schools from the inside out. Sponsorship dollars directly purchase paint, building materials, and supplies that create brighter, more inspiring spaces for teachers and students.
Our major partners Sherwin Williams, Paint the City, Starbucks, and Target know that real change starts with investment. Your company can stand alongside them.
Sponsor today and leave a lasting mark on Chicago’s classrooms.
Donate
Every dollar makes a visible difference. Your contribution helps us buy the paint, brushes, and tools that turn bare walls into spaces of pride and possibility. Whether you give $25 or $2,500, your generosity helps us reach more schools and more students.
Honor Dr. King’s legacy. Donate now to help rebuild hope and beauty in our community.
Previous School Awardees
2019-2026
